Enhancing the interaction and interface between civil society and the state to improve poor peoples lives (ENCISS), a project of CARE international in Sierra Leone invites applications from qualified and interested members of staff and the public to fill the under mentioned vacant position .

The purpose of the ENCISS programme is the increased capacity of representative civil society to participate in, influence, contribute to and monitor the poverty reduction strategy and local Government policy, planning and implementation, and strengthen capacity of the Government of Sierra Leone to engage in constructive dialogue with civil society within these policy frameworks. The focus of ENCISS will be improving the interface between state and non-state actors.

The Human Resources and Administrative Manager (HRAM) is charged with the overall responsibility for the planning, implementation and supervision of the ENCISS projects administration specifically human resources management, staff development, general services, property and assets management, procurement (Local and international), overseeing project fleet, and provide logistic and necessary support, guidance and instruction and monitoring of work to ensure CARE ‘s human resources, administrative, procurement, inventory and vehicle policies and procedures are adhered to all time. The Human Resources and Administrative manager is a key member of the team and therefore she is expected to participate in various policy and related management decision-making exercises.

· An accredited international Higher Diploma or its equivalent in Human Resources management and Administration with relevant work experience is required;· A Degree in Business Administration and /or management is desired;· Equivalent qualifications from accredited institutions like CIPD,SHRM and ICSA would be an additional asses;· Minimum of three years of progressive related experience (preferably in a supervisory role) within a NGO environment and/or with an international Organization is required;· Strong familiarity and interpretation of human resources management procedures, administration, inventory, procurement control system;· Possession of the ability to adapt and enhance new systems appropriate to ENCISS operations;· Excellent communication, motivational, interpersonal and coaching skills;· Possesses the ability to work on own and to complete tasks and high quality output;· Demonstrated use to positive coping strategies in stressful environment; · Sound judgment, integrity, loyalty, discretion and objectivity required, as well as the ability to manage multiple complex situations;· Fluency in spoken and written English;· Advanced computer skills in Microsoft office, outlook, and the internet.

WORKING CONDITION

This position will be based in Freetown. The incumbent may be required to travel to other ENCISS operational districts as necessary and sometimes at short notice. The nature of an NGO job dictates irregular working hours including after hours, weekends and holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application letter with recent detailed curriculum vitae including the full name, address, active telephone number and email address of two (2) referees should reach the following people not later than 4.00pm on Wednesday, 22 April 2009:

Please ensure that your active telephone number is stated on your application letter.CARE International in Sierra Leone and ENCISS provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate in employment regardless of race color, religion, national origin, tribe, gender or age. Sierra Leonean nationals are targeted to fill this post